Flushing can be a side effect of many drugs. Some heart and blood pressure medicines, including calcium channel blockers and nitroglycerin, and ED prescriptions, like sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra), open up your blood vessels. High doses of steroids can affect your hormone balance.
What medications make you feel hot?
Some prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications can cause excessive heat and sweating, including:
- zinc supplements and other zinc-containing drugs.
- certain antidepressants, including desipramine (Norpramin) and nortriptyline (Pamelor)
- hormonal medications.
- antibiotics.
- pain relievers.
- heart and blood pressure drugs.
What else can cause hot flashes besides menopause?
Hot flashes can be caused by menopause, certain prescription medications, infections, certain medical conditions, diet, a hot environment, strenuous exercise, or a combination of factors.
